Rapid Changes Ensure Continued Success for the Global Blueberry Industry
A series of significant changes across various regions will set the global blueberry industry up for continued success. Key trends shaping the future of the industry include increasingly advanced genetics and growers’ heightened focus on labour productivity and efficiencies, according to a recent study by RaboResearch. The 2023/24 blueberry season was unique, marking the first […]
Cold weather postpones start of Argentina blueberry season
Jorge Pazos, president of the Argentine Blueberry Committee (ABC) said that climatic issues, including a cold front in the productive areas, have delayed the start of the country’s blueberry season. “We had frosts that generated some losses, which we estimate could be around 10%,” he said. He explained that smaller Peruvian supplies pose a good […]
Expansion of Georgian market means more blueberries are headed for the UK
The Georgian Ministry of Economy announced that the sector is projected to ship 500 tonnes of blueberries to the EU and UK this season. The shipments are part of the Lead Generation Program, which seeks to connect producers with foreign buyers and expand international market opportunities. The initiative is implemented by the state agency Enterprise […]
Why Southern Africa’s focus on ‘premium’ makes it a quality partner in blueberry market
This Q&A features highlights from an interview done with Dane Castle, Blueberry Technical Sales Manager Southern Africa at Planasa, who discusses the state of the Southern Africa blueberry season. For the full interview and charts, go to FreshFruitPortal.com. Could you share insights into the expected volume and quality of the 2024 Southern African Blueberry season? Southern […]
BerryWorld’s ‘outstanding’ Ruby raspberries earn Superior Taste Award
BerryWorld’s Ruby raspberries were recently honored with the Superior Taste Award at the International Taste Institute awards, scoring an “outstanding” in the blind tasting with 3 stars. Currently grown in the UK, the Netherlands, Portugal, France, Germany, and Italy, BerryWorld’s new raspberry variety “captivated the professional panel of experts with a near-perfect score for its […]
Blueberry season begins ramping up in South Africa, with exports set to rise again
The blueberry industry in South Africa, although relatively nascent in comparison to other countries, has seen a steady increase in production and exports. This year, growers are optimistic about the country’s output, anticipating a 10% growth in exports and expecting to achieve its target of 25,000 tonnes of blueberries, a significant increase from last year’s […]
Angus Soft Fruits leader talks innovation and challenges in berry sector
In this interview done with Fresh Fruit Portal during Fruit Logistica, Sarah Ilyas spoke with Jill Witheyman, Head of Marketing at Angus Soft Fruits. What is Angus Soft Fruits all about? We are a Scottish company based on the northeast coast of Scotland, celebrating our 30th anniversary this year. Angus Soft Fruits is a family […]
Morocco is conquering the global blueberry market and rising to meet demand in UK
The Moroccan blueberry industry has steadily ascended to international prominence, marking a journey of strategic cultivation and sustainable growth. Since the inception of blueberry plantations in 2005, the nation has witnessed a remarkable surge, with blueberry acreage expanding more than 15-fold over the past 15 years. Positioned at the crossroads of a privileged location and […]
